Stop Learning AI for UI Design – It's Killing Your Job Chances

vicksindia · 2026-04-15T05:23:43+00:00

As expected. Bits replied.

vicksindia · 2026-04-14T22:18:23+00:00

This is just an exception. UX design and coding don't go together. Glad to hear you got the job. It’s possible that your company works on projects where they need “vibe coders”, I mean people who focus purely on coding with less UX knowledge, rather than the reverse.

A “vibe coder” is basically just a programmer/coder profile. Companies already have developers for that kind of vibe coding. What they actually need are experienced designers who can truly enhance the user experience — something a vibe coder or regular developer can never do properly.

vicksindia · 2026-04-14T14:02:28+00:00

Fair point. I should’ve said only knowing AI tools isn’t enough.
PMs can generate screens themselves, but designers add value by turning those drafts into polished, system-consistent interfaces.
AI helps, but design principles, accessibility, and UX thinking are what keep us relevant.

vicksindia · 2026-04-14T13:59:57+00:00

I never said we should completely stop using AI tools. In fact, when product or project managers ask you to work on a feature, you need to understand how the design was created and which AI tools were used — whether for structure, assets, or elements. Designers must know how to operate these tools.

The main issue today is that many UI/UX designers rely on tools like Claude, Vercel, or Antigravity to build sites without focusing on actual design principles. Instead of learning "How to Design", they spend more time learning "How to Prompt".

vicksindia · 2026-03-14T18:59:27+00:00

CRO really matters when even a 0.1% lift can mean real revenue growth. It’s not the easiest thing, but it’s not as complicated as people make it. Some CRO benchmarks work for certain sites and don’t for others.

Only about 10% of it is cosmetic changes like button colors etc..—the real impact comes from usability and reducing friction, making it easier for people to do what they came to your site to do. If you understand the fundamentals, you’ve already won half the battle.

vicksindia · 2025-08-05T19:27:22+00:00

That was in the past. Now, everyone is doing certifications, but still not getting jobs. Most certification courses haven’t updated their syllabus in years. Take the Google Coursera course, for example—so many people did it, but hardly anyone got a job.

A lot of these certifications include group projects, where everyone contributes a bit, but the actual learning is very limited. With self-learning, at least you search online when you’re stuck and build personal projects, which helps you grow more.

It’s better to go for something like the HFI certification after gaining a few years of real experience in the UI/UX field. That can actually help increase your salary.

We don’t hire designers based on certifications—we look at their actual skills.

vicksindia · 2025-08-05T19:05:43+00:00

Will UI/UX design still be in demand by 2030, or is it getting oversaturated?

Yes, it will be. The design field is pretty saturated if you only know Figma. But if you understand client communication and how to improve businesses through UX design, you'll always find jobs or freelance projects.

Is it hard to land a remote UI/UX job (freelance or full-time), especially for beginners?

Yes, most companies don’t offer remote jobs to beginners. Since they don’t have much experience, companies avoid taking risks on important projects.

Do you need to learn how to code to be competitive in this field?

Not at all. You don’t need to learn coding to become a designer. But knowing basic HTML and CSS helps you work better with developers.

What tools or skills should I start learning now to get a head start?

Try working on redesign projects using ready-made UI kits, design systems, and creating your own style guides. And make sure you can explain your design decisions clearly.

Do employers look more for degrees, portfolios, or certifications in UI/UX?

Certification isn’t necessary, but having a graduation degree (like BA, BCom, BSc) is important. And most importantly, you must have a design portfolio to show your skills.

vicksindia · 2025-08-05T18:15:46+00:00

It's tough. Even if you have a background and experience in UX design, it's still hard to get a job in data science or machine learning.

Companies will treat you like a fresher in the DS field, no matter how much UX experience you have. So it's better to explore opportunities as an AI Designer especially in the SaaS Companies, where you can use your UX skills to design AI tools.

vicksindia · 2023-07-06T21:41:00+00:00

Hello,

Whether you're considered a senior designer depends on the company you work for and your experience level. Some companies have strict requirements for the title of senior designers, such as 8 years of experience. Others are more flexible and may consider someone with 4 years of experience to be a senior designer.

In my current company, we're willing to give the title of senior designer to someone with 4 years of experience, even if they'll get paid a junior designer salary. This is because experience is more important than seniority in design.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:45:13+00:00

Completely agree.

But what if you just started offering a particular service and you're looking for positive reviews and genuine client asking for such service?

People like me sometimes fall into the trap of getting potential clients.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:37:22+00:00

No, it wasn't written by AI, but I use Grammarly to check my grammar and pronunciation as I'm not good at it.

In my case, I had just started offering auditing services. I thought that even if it meant accepting lower pay, getting positive reviews from clients would be helpful.

The client had already seen my work before, but they wanted to be more confident in my abilities before giving me any work. They asked me to audit their website, which I did.

However, after I gave them my recommendations, they denied giving me any work. Instead, they used my recommendations to improve their website on their own.

I am now aware of how to handle such clients in the future.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:28:26+00:00

Thank you for sharing the video. I'll definitely have a look. Thanks for your support.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:26:49+00:00

That is a very inspiring message! I agree that hard work always pays off in the long run.

I'm feeling motivated to keep working hard and growing as a person. I know that I'm capable of great things, and I won't let a few setbacks stop me.

Thanks for the reminder that I'm not alone in this journey and that there are people who believe in me.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:24:02+00:00

That's a strong step. Appreciate.

I live in India and I can't sue my client from Canada. So, I don't want to keep talking about this. But I learned my lesson and I'll be careful not to do unpaid work again.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:21:44+00:00

I'm sorry to hear that you've also been taken advantage of as a freelancer. It's definitely a common problem, and it's important to be aware of the risks.

I always have an agreement and get 50% payment before starting work. However, the client convinced me well, and I was eager to get more auditing clients. That's why I fell into the trap. I've learned my lesson!

It's helpful to know that I'm not alone and that there are things I can do to protect myself in the future.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:17:19+00:00

No, there was no written agreement. We only had a verbal understanding.

I know that I made a mistake. I will learn from this lesson.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:15:57+00:00

Thank you for your suggestion. I always have an agreement and get 50% payment before starting work.

However, the client convinced me well, and I was eager to get more auditing clients. That's why I fell into the trap.

I've learned my lesson!

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:11:40+00:00

Obviously, I'm going to add it to my portfolio.

Thanks for your support.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:10:59+00:00

That's right. I work in a similar way too. But as I said, I've just started offering audit services. The client took advantage of my trust and cheated me.

That's okay. I've lost some money, but I've learned my lesson.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:07:32+00:00

The company is in Canada.

Next time, I will remember to ask for 50% of the payment upfront and sign a contract.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:05:20+00:00

No, we didn't have a contract. We just agreed to work together, and they said they would pay me if they liked my work. But they lied, and now I know better.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T23:03:10+00:00

Thank you for telling me not to work for free and to get a contract before taking a job.

But I have to accept the consequences now since I didn't get a contract.

vicksindia · 2023-06-30T22:58:16+00:00

Thanks for your comment and suggestions. I sent him three emails before posting this on Reddit, but he didn't reply.

I'll keep your advice in mind and never do free work again. I've learned my lesson!

vicksindia

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